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Ghana's finance minister has begun discussions with the trade ministry to prepare a new economic initiative aimed at transitioning the country from stabilization to sustainable job creation and wealth generation.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Ato Forson, announced that the country now allocates less than 20% of its revenue to servicing debt, following an agreement to restructure debt owed to Belgium.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, expressed gratitude for the encouraging investor confidence shown in the government's recent engagement regarding the nation's economic recovery.
Dr. Gideon Boako, MP for Tano North, has challenged claims by Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, that recent economic gains are solely due to superior economic management, attributing the recovery instead to an IMF program.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has refuted claims of a disagreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Food and Agriculture regarding budget allocations for the agricultural sector.
Ghana's Finance Minister presented the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review, facing immediate criticism from the Minority and various stakeholders regarding economic claims, debt figures, and the impact on citizens.
Ghana's Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson confirmed that the government has paid US$700 million towards Eurobond debt service and interest payments, honoring its international debt obligations.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, announced that the government's new Artificial Intelligence-powered customs valuation system has generated over GH¢300 million in additional customs revenue since its full rollout.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, stated that the Ghana Gold Board generated an additional $15 billion in foreign exchange inflows, significantly strengthening the nation's reserves and supporting exchange rate stability.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has tasked the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) with developing a methodology to regularly publish national employment figures, highlighting their importance for assessing government policy impact.
Ghana's Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson stated that the government plans to transition its economic management strategy from strict fiscal consolidation to a growth and jobs-focused agenda. This shift comes after months of difficult adjustment measures.
Ghana's Finance Minister has revised the end-year petroleum revenue target to US$1.5 billion, attributing the change to rising crude oil prices on the international market due to developments in the Middle East.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, has appealed to investors and Ghanaians in the diaspora to invest in the country, asserting that the economy is now back on track and open for business.
Ghana's Finance Minister Ato Forson announced that the nation's economy has surpassed $100 billion, declaring a shift in its relationship with the IMF from a 'supplicant' to a partner.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, has cautioned against politicizing banking regulation following a court ruling on GN Savings. He stated that the ruling poses fiscal and financial stability risks and called for the Bank of Ghana and the Finance Ministry to explain its implications.
Ghana's Finance Minister has announced that the new Value for Money Office is slated to begin its operations in January 2027. The office is expected to strengthen accountability and ensure efficiency in public spending.
A Technical Advisor to Ghana's Finance Minister has assured that the government will not overspend in the 2026 fiscal year, citing elaborate checks and plans to manage the country's debt.
Ghana's Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson met with Queen Máxima of the Netherlands to discuss financial inclusion as a means to build economic resilience.
Ghana's Finance Minister has asserted that the nation's economy remains resilient. He attributed this strength to prudent policy decisions, robust reforms, and financial buffers established since the previous year.
Ghana's Finance Minister is leading the country's delegation to the 2026 IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings, where they will engage in high-profile discussions, investor briefings, and ministerial meetings.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, announced plans for a new Loans Act to enhance control over the use of borrowed funds, aiming to restore fiscal discipline and protect the economy.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has warned that the public sector wage bill for 2025 has exceeded the recommended threshold set by ECOWAS, raising significant concerns over fiscal sustainability as employee compensation remains the largest share of government expenditure.
Ghana's Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson announced a new national policy for the Ghana Gold Board to buy up to 127 tonnes of gold annually from artisanal and small-scale miners, aiming to strengthen the country's external reserves.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has called for a strategic shift in the country's trade relationship with China, advocating for greater local processing, manufacturing, technology transfer, and job creation instead of raw material exports.
Ghana's Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson has formally concluded his tenure as caretaker of the Ministry of Defence, handing over its administration to Kenneth Gilbert Adjei.
Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Ghana's Minister for Finance, is being celebrated for his leadership, discipline, and decisive interventions in managing an economy recovering from a severe crisis.
Ghana's Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has accused the NPP government of diverting funds from the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) Project, alleging that money meant for flood mitigation was used for other activities.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Ato Forson, defended the government's adherence to IMF program targets and emphasized the need for fiscal discipline to prevent economic collapse. He also announced that the Women's Development Bank is set to begin operations before the end of 2026.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Ato Forson, announced that the country will repay GH¢111 billion in domestic debt over the next two years, with a GH¢10.8bn DDEP coupon payment due on August 18. He also highlighted Ghana's improved debt risk and economic stabilization, attributing it to the resilience of Ghanaians.
Ghana's Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson announced that the government is developing a 1,200-megawatt state-owned combined-cycle gas-fired power plant at Kafodzidzi-Abrobeano to boost electricity generation and cut costs.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, announced the government's plan to introduce a VAT Reward Scheme to boost tax compliance and safeguard the country's tax base.
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Ranking Member on Parliament's Economy and Development Committee, has called on Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, to account for a reported $1.2 billion decline in the nation's international reserves.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has instructed the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) to prioritize the rebasing of the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Consumer Price Index (CPI), deeming these exercises crucial for strengthening economic data.
Dr. Theo Acheampong, Technical Advisor to Ghana's Finance Minister, clarified that the country's recent early debt settlements should not be seen as an indication of an imminent return to the international bond market.
Ghana's Finance Minister stated that the government is reviewing Goldfields Tarkwa Mine's request for a lease renewal, with a decision expected when the current lease expires in 2027.
Ghana's Finance Minister has announced plans to declare the Takoradi Port as the primary corridor for cargo destined for landlocked countries in the Sahel region.
Ghana's Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has laid four major statutory reports before Parliament, providing updates on the nation’s energy sector finances, petroleum revenues, public debt management, and public-private partnership projects for 2025.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced that the government does not currently possess the financial capacity to compensate customers affected by collapsed financial institutions, leading to renewed frustration among investors.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, expressed confidence that the newly established Office for Value for Money will play a critical role in reducing inflated public contracts and cutting wasteful government expenditure.
Ghanaian Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has filed his personal income tax returns and called on public officials, businesses, and individuals to fulfill their tax obligations in April to support national development.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, informed international investors that the nation's recent economic progress is a result of deliberate structural reforms rather than temporary policy measures.
Ghana's Finance Minister presented the country's economic turnaround experience at the 13th African Fiscal Forum's High-Level Roundtable during the IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings.
Ghana's Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has urged ECOWAS member states to fulfill their financial obligations to the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID), while also announcing that EBID delivered a strong financial performance in 2025 despite global economic uncertainty.
Ghana's Finance Minister held his first investor town hall since 2021, highlighting a strong recovery track record including successful IMF reviews, over US$700 million in disbursements, and a sovereign credit rating upgrade.
Ghana's Ministry of Finance has announced the expiration of the three-year restrictions on new domestic bond issuance, as confirmed by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, announced that the country has successfully reduced the proportion of national revenue allocated to public debt servicing to below 20 percent.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, presented the 2026 Budget Statement, highlighting the Women’s Development Bank as a key focus, outlining its promises, current pressures, and the path ahead for its development.
Ghana's Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has unveiled plans for a 'New Economy' policy in the 2027 national budget, signaling a strategic shift from fiscal consolidation towards growth-focused spending.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Ato Forson, announced that the government will reclaim GHS58 million provided to the Black Stars for the 2026 FIFA World Cup once FIFA pays the appearance fee, as revealed during the Mid-Year Budget Review.
Ghana's Finance Minister announced that the government will introduce a new COCOBOD Bill to modernize the cocoa sector and guarantee cocoa farmers at least 70% of the Free On Board (FOB) price.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, announced that the government has honored its international debt obligations by paying $700 million in Eurobond debt service and interest.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, announced that the first phase of the Free Primary Healthcare Policy is now being implemented in 150 underserved districts, reaffirming the government's commitment to universal access to quality healthcare.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, announced that the government expects to generate approximately GH¢2.3 billion from non-resident digital platforms through a planned nationwide rollout of a cross-border technology solution for collecting Value Added Tax (VAT).
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, is expected to present the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review to Parliament on Thursday, July 23, where he will unveil the government’s anticipated New Economic Policy.
Ghana's Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson is expected to present the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review to Parliament next week, pending parliamentary approval.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, officially opened the 7th Steering Committee Meeting of the Côte d’Ivoire-Ghana Cocoa Initiative in Abidjan. The meeting aims to discuss and advance collaborative efforts between the two nations in the cocoa sector.
Ghana's Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has indicated a stricter approach to mining lease renewals, cautioning against companies securing extensions only to sell off assets shortly thereafter.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, announced that the government will introduce a new economic program, dubbed 'The New Economy,' in the 2027 Budget, aiming to move the nation beyond stabilization towards long-term growth.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, announced that the country has moved from an unsustainable debt position to a moderate risk of debt distress, marking the first time since 2013.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, announced that the government will not provide compensation to bondholders who incurred losses under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP).
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, announced that the government is preparing to fully budget for and finance vaccines and critical medicines, anticipating the gradual withdrawal of support from the Global Fund by 2029.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, highlighted the critical role of "financial health" in the nation's economic transformation during a high-level meeting with Queen Máxima of the Netherlands.
Ghana's Finance Minister has assured investors in Washington that the country's economic gains are substantial and not merely "cosmetic." He highlighted that Ghana's economic reforms are yielding positive results, leading to a rebound in investor confidence.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, announced that the country is steadily advancing towards achieving debt sustainability, marking a significant milestone in its economic recovery efforts.
Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, announced plans for a new Loans Act aimed at strengthening controls on public borrowing and ensuring that all contracted debt provides measurable value to the economy.
Ghana's Finance Minister has revealed that the country's wage bill consumes 44% of its tax revenue, leading the government to borrow GH¢17 billion to cover salaries.
Ghana's Finance Minister has announced a new policy concerning the nation's external reserves, outlining strategies for their management.